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Experience the Beautiful John Day Fossil Beds National Monument
If you have never visited the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, you’re in for a real treat. In this post I’m sharing what to expect you visit the John Day Fossil Beds in Oregon. For starters, the John Day Fossil Bed National Monument is a part of the National Parks System and features three distinct units: The Painted Hills Unit, The Sheep Rock Unit and the Clarno Unit. We visited the Painted Hills and Sheep Rock Units and hope to explore the Clarno Unit soon. Unlike most National Parks and Monuments, admission is free year round at the John Day NM! Our trip fell during the early part of…
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How To Plan A Trip To Antelope Canyon
A trip to see Antelope Canyon is a bucket list destination for many adventurous travelers. In fact, Antelope Canyon sees over a million visitors every year. In this article I will share our experience and offer suggestions on how you can plan a trip to this underground wonderland. If Antelope Canyon is on Your Bucket List, Here is Everything You Need to Know to Plan Your Trip What is Antelope Canyon? Antelope Canyon is a slot canyon located on the Navajo reservation near Page, Arizona. The colorful sandstone walls are located under ground and are shaped by water and wind erosion. There are several slot canyons in the area. They…
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A Day Trip to Experience a Beautiful Waterfall in Santiago
Just an hour and a half north of Cabo San Lucas, a waterfall hiking adventure awaits you in the most unlikely of places, in the middle of the desert! Considering the surrounding terrain, you might be surprised to know that a waterfall exists in the middle of a desert. Just just outside the town of Santiago, BCS is a lush oasis where you can visit Rancho Ecologico Sol De Mayo, a nature preserve featuring a short hike to a beautiful Mexican waterfall. This waterfall is just 50 miles north from Cabo San Lucas, within the Sierra de La Laguna Biosphere Reserve. This area is often referred to Fox Canyon or…
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10 Essentials for Hiking and Adventuring
What are the 10 Essentials for Hiking and Adventuring? The 10 Essentials is a list of items for outdoor adventurers to keep on hand in case of an outdoor emergency. This list originated in the 1930s by The Mountaineers, a Seattle-based adventure group. It contained specific supplies to bring in your pack to increase your odds of survival should an emergency arise. The list included a map, compass, sunglasses and sunscreen, extra clothing, headlamp/flashlight, first-aid supplies, fire starter, matches, knife and extra food. The original list has evolved over the years but the basic systems needed for survival remain an important part of outdoor emergency preparedness. Options for outdoor gear…
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McDowell Creek Falls Hiking Guide
The McDowell Creek Falls hike under a lush woodland canopy is a peaceful place to enjoy nature with calming sounds of nearby McDowell Creek. There are several trail options going past multiple falls. Royal Terrace Falls, (not pictured) was just a trickle mid summer, so a fall hike would be a great time for ideal water flowing over the falls. About the Trail This wooded trail is fairly easy, but has a moderate rating due to the number of stairs. If you have mobility issues, this might not be a good choice. The stair cases will get your heart racing, but they are only in a couple areas. We hiked…
